How long do planning decisions take near Ruthwell?

The average planning decision time near Ruthwell is 65 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Ruthwell?

The planning approval rate near Ruthwell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ruthwell?

The most common type of planning application near Ruthwell is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ruthwell?

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Ruthwell, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ruthwell, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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About Ruthwell

Ruthwell is a quaint village and parish located on the Solway Firth, nestled between Dumfries and Annan in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. As of 2022, Ruthwell, along with the nearby settlement of Clarencefield, had a combined population of 400, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Heathhall - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ruthwell.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ruthwell.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ruthwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ruthwell.

- Thwaite Farm Ruthwell Dumfries DG1 4NN
FORMATION OF EARTH BANKED SLURRY LAGOON AND ERECTION OF 2.1 METRE HIGH FENCE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-07-14
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- Thwaite Farm Ruthwell Dumfries DG1 4NN
ERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL CUBICLE BUILDING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-06-25
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A brief summary of Ruthwell in Dumfries and Galloway

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ruthwell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ruthwell includes 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solway Firth; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ruthwell

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ruthwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ruthwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Ruthwell slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ruthwell were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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